Online Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity

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University of Delaware’s online master’s degree in cybersecurity teaches you to step beyond traditional IT roles to design, execute and evaluate solutions that can stand up to today’s increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks.

The National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have designated UD as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

Benefits

100% online format
2 years to complete, 30 credit hours
Personal enrollment support through to degree completion
GRE waivers are considered

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Degree Requirements (30 credits)

CPEG 665 Introduction to Cybersecurity (CYBER I)
CPEG 697 Advanced Cybersecurity (CYBER II)
CPEG 694 System Hardening and Protection (DEFENSE)
CPEG 695 Digital Forensics
CPEG 671 Pen Test and Reverse Engineering
CPEG 676 Secure Software Design
CPEG 651 Computer Networks
CPEG 672 Applied Cryptography
CPEG 657 Search and Data Mining
ELEG 617 The Smart Grid

Course Schedule

The online electrical and computer engineering courses are 7 weeks long, with multiple entry points offered per calendar year. (See FAQs for course offerings.)

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or a related discipline or work experience in a related field. A bachelor’s degree in a non-technical field is acceptable if the applicant has technical experience through work or certifications
A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Resume
Statement of Purpose*
Three letters of recommendation
Programming experience in a high-level language (such as C, C++, java or python) and familiarity with basic networking protocols and operating systems

*A personal statement or essay addressing the professional and academic achievements that will help you succeed in computer engineering careers. Your personal statement should answer these questions:

Why do you wish to pursue your graduate studies at the University of Delaware? What, in your opinion, makes UD special?
What are your career objectives and how will an electrical and computer engineering master’s degree help you achieve your goals?

FAQs

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How fast can I complete the online master’s degree in cybersecurity?

You can earn your degree in as few as 2 years full-time or complete the program part-time at your convenience. Certain courses are only offered in specific semesters. If you are attending part-time, please consider your schedule carefully to minimize delays.

Are all classes offered every semester?

No. The classes are typically offered following the schedule below. However, the offering times can change without notice.

CPEG 665 Introduction to Cybersecurity (CYBER I)
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Fall 2 (October through December)
CPEG 697 Advanced Cybersecurity (CYBER II)
- Prerequisites: CPEG 665
- Offered Fall 2 (October through December)
CPEG 694 System Hardening and Protection (DEFENSE)
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Spring 2 (April through May)
CPEG 695 Digital Forensics
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Spring 1 (February through March)
CPEG 671 Pen Test and Reverse Engineering
- Prerequisites: CPEG 665, CPEG 694
- Offered Fall 1 (August through October)
CPEG 676 Secure Software Design
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Spring 2 (April through May)
CPEG 651 Computer Networks
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Fall 1 (August through October)
CPEG 672 Applied Cryptography
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Spring 1 (February through March)
CPEG 657 Search and Data Mining
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Summer (June through July)
ELEG 617 The Smart Grid
- Prerequisites: none
- Offered Summer (June through July)

Is the online master’s degree in cybersecurity a well-recognized program?

Yes, both the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have designated The University of Delaware a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education. Our program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications to prepare you for growing cybersecurity careers.

UD’s Center for Cybersecurity, Assurance, and Privacy offers you networking opportunities through partnerships with government, private and academic organizations such as the U.S. Army, JPMorgan Chase, IBM, GE, Bank of America and more.

How do I apply to the online master’s degree in cybersecurity?

The first step toward applying for this program is to complete your online application through the graduate student Application Management System.

Does the M.S. in Cybersecurity program accept transfer credits? If so, how many?

Yes, this program accepts up to nine transfer credits with the approval of the program director, in accordance with the UD Policy for the Transfer of Credits.

Can classes be substituted with other University of Delaware online classes?

In some cases substitution is allowed. However, special permission is required.

Can online classes be substituted with the respective in-person section of the same course and vice versa?

In some cases substitution is allowed. However, special permission is required.

What are the start dates for the online master’s degree in cybersecurity throughout the year?

You may start this program in the fall, summer or spring semesters. Applications are accepted at any time up until a week before classes begin. Applicants are considered for admission on a rolling basis, which makes now the perfect time to apply.

Tuition

Tuition rates of all programs can be seen on the Graduate Office’s Tuition webpage.

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